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Recent Obituaries in South Milwaukee, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the South Milwaukee, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Matilda Kanyuh

Matilda Kanyuh

Dec 7, 2019

Passed peacefully on Sat. Dec. 7, 2019 at the age of 94. She was born in Cudahy, WI, the daughter of Anton and Rose (nee Rothlisberger) Zambo. Matilda "Tillie" graduated from Cudahy High School in 1943. She married the love of her life William "Tiny" J. Kanyuh. Together they enjoyed running their business - Tiny's Citgo in St. Francis, WI....

John Kroha

John Kroha

Dec 4, 2019

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by his loving wife Marion and sons John and James. He is survived by his children; Jeanne (Hank), Judy, Joan, Jeri, Jeff (Renee), Jay, Joel, Joseph, Julie (Kevin), Jerome, Janis (Eric) and Jack (Lisa). Further survived by 22 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and 6 great...

Frederick Wobick

Frederick Wobick

Dec 4, 2019

Frederick G. Wobick passed away at home on December 4, 2019 at the age of 78. He is survived by his brother and business partner, Jim (Sandy). Together they own and operate Wobick's Farm in Oak Creek. Fred is survived by cousins, a niece, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Visitation will be Monday, December 16, 2019 at Molthen-Bell Funeral...

Joseph Buichl

Joseph Buichl

Dec 3, 2019

Passed away peacefully on December 3, 2019 at the age of 98. Loving husband to the late Dolores Buichl. Beloved father to Jolan (Walter) Ostrowski and Joseph (Susan) Buichl Jr. Dear grandfather to Lee (Andrea) Ostrowski and Joseph (Cassie Keith) Buichl III. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Joseph served in the Army during WWII in Hawaii. He was...

Mary Lavalley

Mary Lavalley

Nov 29, 2019

Mary E. LaValley passed away on November 29, 2019 at the age of 86 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Gerald. Loving mother of Gerald (Donna), Robert (Julie), Steve (Laura), Laura (Tom) Flanagan, the late Peter, and Richard (Claire). Proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. In lieu...

Daniel Gresser

Daniel Gresser

Nov 27, 2019

Daniel James Gresser, age 71, of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away Wednesday, November 27th at Medical City North Hills in North Richland Hills, Texas, with family by his side. Born February 29th, 1948 in Milwaukee, WI, he was the beloved son of the late Clarence Gresser and Leogarde (Jonas) Gresser. He was preceded in death by his sister Arlette (Victor)...

Peter Malek

Peter Malek

Nov 26, 2019

Passed peacefully at his home on Tues., Nov. 26, 2019, at the age of 55. He is lovingly survived by his wife Kim (nee Kardash) of 26 years and son Andrew Malek; brothers Paul and William (Joanne) Malek; in-laws, Harry (Joan) Kardash; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Pete was a coach for Little League baseball, a mentor to...

Virginia Cimbalnik

Virginia Cimbalnik

Nov 23, 2019

Passed peacefully on Sat., Nov. 23, 2019, at the age of 102yrs, and still a Vikings Fan. She was born in MN, the daughter of George and Hattie Rootes. She is lovingly survived by her sons, Francis (Mary) and Dennis (Nadine) Cimbalnik; 11 grandchildren and numerous great and great-great- grandchildren. Virginia is further survived by a brother Francis Rootes, nieces,...

Sylvia Budisch

Sylvia Budisch

Nov 21, 2019

Sylvia Budisch, a long time resident of Oak Creek, died on November 21, 2019 at the age of 102 years. She was preceded in death by her brother, Frank E. Budisch, and her sister, Ruth P. Budisch. Sylvia worked as a bookkeeper for Ambrosia Chocolate Company for most of her adult life. Sylvia was able to live in her home...

Susan Mazzoni

Susan Mazzoni

Nov 21, 2019

Susan M. Mazzoni (nee Duellman) passed away on November 21, 2019 at the age of 70. Beloved wife of Hal. Loving mother of Sharon (John Riggins), Kurt (Chris), Craig, and Jason (Debby). Proud grandmother of Robin, Kurstin, Brooke, Ashley, Kurtis, Jessie, Sarah, Addison, and Brayden. Great-grandmother of Spencer, Elyjah, Kylie, and Taylor. Sister of Charles Duellman, Thomas (Laurie) Duellman, Dennis...

Ann Lendowski

Ann Lendowski

Nov 20, 2019

Ann Marie "Penny" Lendowski (nee Maziasz) passed away at home surrounded by family on November 20, 2019 at the age of 92. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph, and her son, Allan. She is survived by her loving daughters, Lynn Wier and Judith (Thomas) Foster. Proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Sister of Anton Lizak....

Janice Wendlick

Janice Wendlick

Nov 19, 2019

Passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at the age of 69. Beloved wife of the late Daryl. Loving mother of Daryl E. (Candace) and Shannon Wendlick. Proud grandmother to Sophia, Spencer and Harper. Dear sister to Betty, Kathi, Jeff, Mark and Shelly. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jan enjoyed time spent with family, especially grandchildren,...

Joan Detert

Joan Detert

Nov 18, 2019

Joan S. Detert (nee LaPorte) passed away on November 18, 2019 at the age of 84. She is reunited with her beloved husband, James. Loving mother of Steven, Michael, Mark (Natalie), Thomas, and Robert (Laura). Proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Private services are being held.

Robert Jasunas

Robert Jasunas

Nov 18, 2019

Robert J. "Buick Bob" Jasunas passed away on November 18, 2019 at the age of 59. Beloved son of Nicholas and Judith. Loving brother of Kathy (fiancé John Feriozzi), Nicholas Jr., Steven, Annette Blevins, and Jacqueline (Christopher) Leighton. Proud uncle of Steven Jr., Devon, Logan, Hailey, and Adalynn. Further survived by grand-nieces, grand-nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation will be...

Maria Bonilla

Maria Bonilla

Nov 15, 2019

Bonilla, Maria M. Born to Eternal Life on November 15, 2019 at the age of 88 years. Beloved mother of Grace (Stephen Sr. ) Vey. Loving abuela of Stephen Jr. Vey (Katie Hueller). Maria was born in Madrid, Spain with a brave heart. She lived her life with great kindness to others and was a devoted Servant to our Lord,...

Mary Ann Zingler

Mary Ann Zingler

Nov 12, 2019

MaryAnn C. Zingler (nee Carstens) passed away on November 12, 2019 at the age of 90. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Marvin M. Loving mother of the late Karen (William) Church, Marvin R. (the late Barbara), Lianne (the late Robert) Dobrinska, Glenn (Linda), and Warren (Kim). Proud grandmother of Paul, Jeff, Theresa, Nikki, Craig, Amy, Amber, Nicholas, Lucas,...

Emil Mrozinski

Emil Mrozinski

Nov 9, 2019

Passed away on November 9, 2019 at the age of 87. Loving husband of the late Joan. Dear father of Dale (Laura). Proud grandfather of Brittany (Eric) Kohler and Nicole (Eric) Pulizzano. Visitation at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Monday, November 18 from 10 to 11 AM with a service at 11 AM. Interment Forest Hill Memorial Park.

Lois Gouge

Lois Gouge

Nov 6, 2019

March 19, 1939 - November 6, 2019. Left this earth peacefully to be in the arms of God after a short illness. She was in the care of four loving children; Suzanne (Schunck), Jacqueline "Jackie", Steven, and Paul Gougé. She loved their spouses Mark Schunck, Alison Bailey-Gougé, and Jaclyn Gougé as equally as her own children. Lois was also Grandmother...

Frances Rouse

Frances Rouse

Nov 3, 2019

Frances Irene Rouse (nee Lehnherr) passed away on November 3, 2019 at the age of 94 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Philip. Loving mother of Mary (Gregory) Krueger, Philip III, Janet (Peter) Safranski, Judith (James) Seipel, Timothy (Jennifer), and Susan (Bruce) Greiner. Proud grandmother of Eric, Todd, Alyssa, Kimberly, Deanna, Patricia, Katrina, Mark, Matthew, Luke, Jason, Justin,...

Jon Dorontich

Jon Dorontich

Oct 31, 2019

Jon "Mark" Dorontich, 55, devoted Father and Grandfather departed our earth on Thursday, October 31st, 2019. He is survived by his mother Kathryn Dorontich; his daughter Kelly (Roger) Lara; son Nick Allen; and his grand children Roger Jr., Sebastian, Emmett, Nick, Sophia, Brandon, Lily and Ella. Also survived by his siblings Renee (Romi) Jurca, Michael (Amy) Dorontich, and Richelle Arandjelovic....

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